NOT LISTED FOR SALE

2521 E Aurora Ave Des Moines, IA 50317

Douglas Acres Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $94,000 - $138,631

2 Beds
1 Bath
768 Sq Ft
$155/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold November 13, 2018

Last sale price $54,982 $72 Per Sq Ft

Est. 117% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $814/month

75 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Ranch Style House
  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Carpet
  • No HOA

About This Home

As of November 2018

Douglas Acres ranch with newer siding, windows roof and furnace. A little sweat equity on interior to make this your own. Two sheds in back yard.

Last Listed By

Chris Moore

RE/MAX Concepts Listed on: 08/30/2018

RE/MAX Concepts

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1954

Lot Details

  • 7,475 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 57x130

Parking

  • Driveway

Home Design

  • Ranch Style House
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 768 Sq Ft Home
  • Crawl Space
  • Stove

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Main Level Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Utilities

  • Window Unit Cooling System
  • Forced Air Heating System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 06001705000000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1954

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Residential
  • Style: Ranch
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 78.12
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Sp Amt Sq Ft: 71.59
  • Year Built: 1954
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: Carpeting, Vinyl Floors
  • Total Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • First Floor Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Basement Description: Crawl Space
  • Included Items: Dryer, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 768
  • Total Sq Ft: 768

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Vinyl Siding
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Street Feature: Concrete

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Concrete

Utilities

  • Sewer: City
  • Water: City
  • Air Conditioner: Window
  • Heat: Gas Forced Air

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: No

Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.1720
  • Lot S F: 7475
  • Lot Shape: Regular
  • Lot Size: 57X130
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 06001705000000
  • Zoning: R

Green Features

  • Additional Green Features: No
  • ENERGYSTAR qualified New Home: No
  • HERS Rating: No
  • Leed For Homes: No
  • Solar: No

Multi Family

  • Geo Solar Thermal: No

Tax Info

  • Gross Taxes: 1707.00
  • Net Taxes: 1475.00

MLS Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 30, 2018
Closed on
Oct 30, 2018
Sold by
Estate Of Jerry Wayne Wallace
Bought by
Gunsolly Jacob and Gunsolly Kaylee
Seller's Agent
Chris Moore
RE/MAX Concepts
Buyer's Agent
Erika Hansen
RE/MAX Real Estate Center
List Price
$69,000
Sold Price
$54,982
Premium/Discount to List
-$14,018
-20.32%
Total Days on Market
75
Current Estimated Value
$119,408

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$64,426
Avg. Annual Appreciation
12.38%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 3, 1997
Sold by
Richardson Lynn C and Richardson Merle A
Bought by
Wallace Jerry Wayne

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$37,905
Interest Rate
7.95%

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Gunsolly Jacob $55,000 None Available
Wallace Jerry Wayne $39,500 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Gunsolly Kaylee L $65,000
Previous Owner Wallace Jerry Wayne $37,905
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
11/13/2018 11/13/18 Sold $54,982 -20.3% $72 / Sq Ft
11/13/2018 11/13/18 Pending -- -- --
08/30/2018 08/30/18 For Sale $69,000 -- $90 / Sq Ft
Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2024 $1,786 $90,800 $23,400 $67,400
2023 $1,874 $90,800 $23,400 $67,400
2022 $1,874 $79,500 $20,500 $59,000
2021 $1,860 $79,500 $20,500 $59,000
2020 $1,960 $75,600 $19,400 $56,200
2019 $1,496 $75,600 $19,400 $56,200
2018 $1,476 $64,200 $16,200 $48,000
2017 $1,474 $64,200 $16,200 $48,000
2016 $1,430 $63,000 $15,600 $47,400
2015 $1,430 $63,000 $15,600 $47,400
2014 $1,342 $61,300 $14,900 $46,400
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Chris Moore

    Seller's Agent in 2018

    Chris Moore

    RE/MAX

    (515) 554-4549

    156 Total Sales

    Chris Moore
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  • Erika Hansen

    Buyer's Agent in 2018

    Erika Hansen

    RE/MAX Real Estate Center

    (515) 720-2618

    2 in this area

    194 Total Sales

    Erika Hansen
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Map

Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 568490

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 060-01705000000

Iowa Polk County Des Moines 50317 Douglas Acres

2521 E Aurora Ave, Des Moines, IA

Homes for Sale in Des Moines, IA

This home is located at 2521 E Aurora Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317 since 30 August 2018 and is currently estimated at $119,408, approximately $155 per square foot. This property was built in 1954. 2521 E Aurora Ave is a home located in Polk County with nearby schools including Garton Elementary School, Goodrell Middle School, and North High School.

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